In episode 65 of Thread, hosts Dr. David Pocta and Hannah DeSouza continue to accompany Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem, focusing on Luke's portrayal of humility, hospitality, and the boundless grace of God. The episode delves into the themes of Jesus redefining greatness through shared meals and parables, especially emphasizing Luke 14 and 15. Key topics include Jesus challenging religious leaders around the Sabbath meal, the parables of the lost sheep, coin, and sons, and the profound messages of inclusivity and lavish love. With reflections on various interpretations of the parable of the Prodigal Son, the hosts explore the idea that both sons were lost and the overarching message of God's scandalous grace.

00:01:00: Introduction The Journey to Jerusalem Continues

00:03:00: Around the Table and Boundarylessness of Grace

00:05:15: Healing on the Sabbath and Compassion over Rules

00:08:15: Parables on Humility and Hospitality

00:10:30: The Significance of Table Fellowship

00:13:45: The Lost and the Found Parables (Luke 15)

00:17:15: The Parable of the Lost Sons

00:19:00: Discussion on the Younger Son

00:22:15: The Father's Prodigal and Undignified Love

00:25:20: Discussion on the Older Son

00:29:20: The Parable's Cliffhanger and Invitation to the Pharisees

00:32:15: Application to "Older Sons" and Avoiding Grumpiness

00:34:40: The Messiness of Grace and Henry Nouwen's Commentary

00:37:55: Summary of the Three Lostness Parables

00:40:40: Conclusion of the Episode

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Dr. David Pocta

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